From the recording A TOAST TO THE MEN OF IRELAND
On a visit to Ireland, Trish saw that in the pubs there, women host "hen parties" or bridal showers and have a grand time. Trish decided to write a women's drinkin' song, don'tcha know? Ach! We almost forgot to tell ya that Sláinte is the Gaelic term for Cheers! So Sláinte everyone! To your health! Pronounced --sláncha
Lyrics
He tossed down a pint, said he’d come from the sea
And all evenin’ that fisherman flirted with me
Then went home to his wife and his family of three
Raise a glass to the men of Ireland
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Here’s a toast to the men of Ireland
Ya know they’ll be bendin’ your ear
They’re strong and they’re wise,
They’re full of surprise
And blarney and bluster and beer
Me brother in Limerick is chatty and bold
He’ll regale you with stories and legends of old
And it’s too bad you can’t trust a word you’ve been told
Raise a glass to the men of Ireland
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Here’s to me boyfriend, we’re soon to be wed
He’s formal and proper, he keeps a cool head
But in private, his blue words can turn me cheeks red
Raise a glass to the men of Ireland
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When dad comes home tipsy he’s pickin’ a fight
We keep to ourselves and we stay out of sight
But he’ll bring me mum flowers the very next night
Raise a glass to the men of Ireland
CHORUS
I’ve an uncle in Dublin, a fine engineer
So steady and strong he’ll not show any fear
But a heartbreaking movie can bring him a tear
Raise a glass to the men of Ireland
CHORUS
They’re strong and they’re wise
They’re full of surprise
And blarney and bluster and beer
So, who’s buyin’ the next round o’ cheer?
Sláinte!